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A very good spring-loaded ride at a great price
The Asics Gel Cumulus 18 features Rearfoot and ForeFoot GEL Cushioning System for strike-specific shock attenuation to create smoother transitions. The FluidRide Midsole technology provides neutral runners with enhanced comfort and a spring-loaded ride when running longer distances. Take a look at Nike’s Pegasus for as an alternative.
First Impressions? Some tag this as an entry level shoe but pick it up and to be honest it feels much more than that. There’s all the cushioning you’d expect and even the quickest glance will tell you there’s loads of Asics technnology to ensure a smooth experience.
As you’ll see from the list below, this shoe is rammed with technology. The bottom line? Underfoot you’ll feel supported and cushioned but as you’ll continually discover with Asics, ‘cushioning’ means a firm responsive ride, not least because of the updated rear and forefoot Gel Cushioning units. Our testers particularly liked the way the shoe allows you to roll off your toes – no accident; it because of the way the shoe is built. It all operates off a 10mm heel to toe drop – comfortable and easy to get along with.
The seamless construction does everything you’d expect from it; our tested felt the shoe was stable and comfortable all at once, although it is worth noting this season’s Asics shoes do tend to come up a little narrower in the past. It’s still a comfortable, non-blistering, very breathable fit.
Love the shoe and love the price. If you don’t need absolutely every last piece of technology Asics has in its armory, then this is a shoe to consider for everyday, cushioned, responsive runs up to and including half marathons.
How was the Cumulus for you? Let us know, we’d love to report your findings.
MIDSOLE
Rearfoot Gel cushioning system uses a silicone-based gel for responsive shock absorption on impact.
Forefoot Gel cushioning system uses a silicone-based gel for responsive shock absorption on impact.
FluidRide provides responsive cushioning with reduced weight and increased durability.
Guidance Line is a flex groove that runs vertically from the heel to the forefoot for improved gait efficiency.
Guidance Trusstic System is a lightweight support system that provides additional torsional rigidity.
Impact Guidance System (IGS) design creates a smooth and balanced heel-to-toe transition.
Gender Specific Cushioning uses an injected top layer of Solyte cushioning for additional comfort.
OUTSOLE
Asics High Abrasion Rubber (AHAR) in the heel is made of carbon rubber for exceptional durability.
DuraSponge Outsole in the forefoot is made from a blown AHAR compound, for responsive cushioning and flexibility.
UPPER
Open mesh on the upper provides breathable coverage.
Seamless Upper Construction allows for irritation-free sockless wear.
Personal Heel Fit (PHF) uses a two layer memory foam lining in the heel collar to provide an individualized fit.
Discrete Eyelets are independently placed to disperse lace tension and enhance comfort.
ComforDry Sockliner is made with anti-bacterial material to reduce odor and moisture and provide additional cushioning.
Strobel Last with the upper stitched to SpEVA 45 Foam, for enhanced cushioning and a soft underfoot feel.
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| Gender | Womens |
| Year | 2016 |
| Season | Autumn |
| Current model | |
| Release date | 2016 |
| MSRP | $140.00 |
| Weight | 10.0oz. / 283 g |
| Heal Drop | 10mm |
| Shoe Type | |
| Neutral | |
| Surfaces | |
| Road | |
| Light Trail | |
| Weight | |
| Light | |
| Regular | |
| Heavy | |